Press Releases

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Congressman Lincoln Davis (D-TN) introduced the bipartisan State Defense Forces Improvement Act: "As the War on Terror continues, State Defense Forces are playing an increasingly critical role in ensuring that our communities are prepared to respond to homeland security crises," said Wilson. "However, without the correct equipment, training and coordination, these capable men and women find it difficult to live up to their full potential.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following statement following Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's address to the Joint Session of Congress. Wilson is past Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus of India and Indian-Americans. "Prime Minister Manmohan Singh eloquently expressed today that the people of the United States and the people of India have much in common. Our nations face the challenges of national security in the War on Terror, enjoy the fruits of strong economic opportunity, and share a deep passion for democracy.

Tonight, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks regarding the nomination of Judge John Roberts to the U.S. Supreme Court: "Since the moment Justice O'Connor announced her resignation, President Bush has met with an unprecedented number of people in both political parties. His thorough and sound selection process has proven that he is dedicated to nominating an impartial, highly-qualified person to the Supreme Court," said Wilson."The President's selection of Judge John Roberts is good for our country.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives: "Mr. Speaker, I conclude every floor speech with the reminder ‘God bless our troops and we will never forget September 11th' because I strongly believe that we must remember the lessons of that tragic day to protect American families," said Wilson. "After witnessing a handful of terrorists murder thousands of innocent Americans, our nation immediately took action to defeat terrorism at home and abroad.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Congressman Mark Green (R-WI) announced the creation of the Victory in Iraq Caucus: "Many of the members of this caucus have had the opportunity to visit with our troops in Iraq and witness the tremendous progress being made in the region. Terrorists are being defeated, schools are being built, security forces are improving, the economy is growing, and the Iraqi people are notably more optimistic about the future. "Victory in Iraq is critical to our national security. As U.S.

On Saturday, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) traveled with a bipartisan Congressional Delegation of sixteen lawmakers to Guantanamo to learn more about the detention facilities used to house individuals detained in the War on Terror.  Today, Congressman Wilson made the following remarks about his trip on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives: "Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, I was grateful to join a sixteen member delegation led by Armed Services Committee Chairman Duncan Hunter to view the detention facilities at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba," said Wilson.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following statement on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives: "Mr. Speaker, more than 40,000 businesses and professional leaders from 150 countries have come together this week to attend Rotary International's Centennial Convention led by President Glenn Estess, Sr. in Chicago," said Wilson. "During their first 100 years, Rotary International grew from a small club established by Paul Harris in Chicago to a diverse international network of community volunteers who are dedicated to building peace and goodwill in the world.

Today, Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) made the following statement: "Leaders of the Democrat Party continue to put the welfare of suspected terrorists before the needs of U.S. troops," said Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC). "After criticizing the action of our troops and underestimating their accomplishments, they have now announced the creation of yet another committee to investigate the conduct of American soldiers." "Sadly, the creation of this committee is simply another example of some Democrat leaders trusting the words of terrorists over the proven decency of U.S. troops.